Blessing for Mothers
A son or daughter may lead
the family in the following litany.
The children respond to each prayer with I say thank you.
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Dearest mother, for saying yes to my life and for offering me the chance to live and grow. |
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For the times when I just needed someone to talk to, and you were there. |
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For the times when no one believed in me, and you stood firmly by me. |
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For the times when you did so much for me, and expected so little or nothing in return. |
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For the times when I messed up, and you graciously embraced and forgave me. |
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For the times when I was sick, and you gave me your special, loving and motherly care. |
I believe in you, Mom. You are someone who is very important to me, not because of the things you do, but rather for the person you are. I honor and love you. I love you for who you are and not for who I pretend or hope you to be. If you have hurt me in any way, I forgive you. I know in my heart that you are God's gift to me.
Leader: (son or daughter)
Lord God, bless our mother this day with
all good things: health, joy, love, and laughter.
Keep her in your care and protect her
from all which is harmful. And grant her peace
and justice all her days.
All: Amen